By Julie Pawlikowski | The Duquesne Duke In a classroom mixed with a sea of college students, ages ranging from 18 to 24, there sits a man in his late 50s. Some might wonder what he is doing here. He is pursuing an academic education on the higher level like the rest of the students, but why now? For the case of Phillip Battle, it is … Continue reading From the front lines to the front of the classroom
By Jen Cardone | The Duquesne Duke Duquesne hosted more than 680 veterans and their family members at a breakfast Tuesday in the Union Ballroom, which gave veterans the chance to respond to Duquesne’s numerous accolades in veteran treatment. U.S. News and World Report recognized Duquesne as the 28th best school for veterans in the United States and the 36th overall for its bachelor’s degree … Continue reading Veterans gather at DU for breakfast, praise school for treatment
By: Seth Culp-Ressler | Assistant Features Editor While Veterans Day may be in the headlines this week, for those associated with Duquesne Law School’s Veterans Clinic, our servicemen and women are always on the mind. John Rago, Duquesne professor of law and faculty overseer for the Veterans Clinic, explained that the program works in conjunction with the Allegheny County Veterans Court. The Clinic is a … Continue reading Mutual Defense: Duquesne law clinic defends veterans
By Jill Power | The Duquesne Duke A Duquesne law student is among the producers of an upcoming documentary about veteran suicide. Project 22, produced by non-profit organization Medicinal Missions, documents a cross-country campaign to educate citizens of the alarming suicide rate among veterans. According to the organization, approximately 22 veterans take their own lives every day. Collins, a Marine Infantry veteran, met Daniel Egbert, … Continue reading Collins hits road for veterans documentary
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